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EDITOR’S NOTE Editor’s

strategies while maintaining ethical
excellence. Our WAD global community are
pioneers in reshaping investigations setting
new standards for diligence and discretion,
harnessing data analytics, digital forensics, Submissions ©. All expressions
and cross border alliances to confront the of opinions and statements are
most complex challenges. published on the authority of
the writer over whose signature
We have shared inspiring stories from they appear and cannot be
members around the globe, connecting regarded as expressing the
past, present and future generations of views or policies of the World
investigators and security professionals. Association of Detectives
These connections are often through WAD (W.A.D).
key events – the Mid-Term Board Meetings,
where fellowship takes precedence and W.A.D. accepts no responsibility
the Annual Meetings which brings us to the for errors or omissions, or any
shores of cities around the world for our loss, damage or claim as a result
business meetings. The bond of professional of such errors or omissions. No
friendship developed at these meetings is portion of this publication may
The buzz word is spreading…… an invaluable asset – the ethos that has be reproduced without the
WAD celebrating it’s 100 years! guided us since 1925. written permission of W.A.D.
Acceptance of advertising
2025 marks the World Association of As we celebrate this century of progress, does not constitute W.A.D’s
Detectives 100-year legacy that unites the let’s write the next chapter of WAD together. endorsement or warranty of
finest in the field, honoring a century of Celebrate with us, renew your commitment any products or services. All
unwavering dedication, groundbreaking to excellence, and strengthen the foundation rights reserved.
investigations, and professional camaraderie. that we have cherished for generations and
for the next generations to come.
From the eyes of the magnifying glass
to today’s cutting-edge techniques and May the next 100 years be even more
technology, the expertise we have in WAD extraordinary!
have shaped an extraordinary heritage.
What began as a handful of relentless
investigators has blossomed into a global Warm Regards
network united in pursuit of excellence –
woven together a tapestry of expertise,
innovation, and integrity.
Siti Naidu
Throughout this milestone our profession
has faced seismic shifts – technological Editor
revolutions, evolving legal landscapes We welcome readers’ comments.
and emerging threats that demand fresh You may email to the Editor your contributions.

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